"New York Times Strands: Hints and Answers for Dec 23, 2024" - News

Discover a fresh ***Strands*** puzzle daily on the New York Times Games website. This engaging word-search game adds a layer of complexity by not revealing the words you're searching for upfront. Instead, you'll need to decipher the theme connecting them using a single clue provided at the start.

This puzzle is likely to challenge even seasoned *Strands* players. But don't worry, you'll find all the assistance you need right here, from hints to full spoilers.

The NYT Games Strands Puzzle #295 December 23, 2024

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Today's Strands puzzle challenges you to find five items: the Spangram and four themed words. The clue for today is Pass the Eggnog.

New York Times Games Strands Clues

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Looking for hints that won't spoil the entire words for this innovative puzzle game? Below are three sections with helpful tips that won't reveal any of the puzzle's words.

General Hint 1

Hint 1: Themed foods.

General Hint 2

Hint 2: Holiday latte syrups, perhaps.

General Hint 3

Hint 3: The things you might add to holiday treats to make them taste more in line with the season.

Spoilers for Two of the Words in Today's Strands

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Below are two sections, each containing one spoiled word and a screenshot showing its placement in the letter grid of this minimalist puzzle game. Click the "Read More" button to reveal them.

Spoiler 1

Word 1: Peppermint

Spoiler 2

Word 2: Cranberry

The Answer to Today's New York Times Games Strands

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If you're seeking the complete solution to this browser-based game, you've come to the right place. Below, you'll find all the themed words and a screenshot of the completed puzzle.

The category for today is HolidayFlavor. The words are Cranberry, Gingerbread, Peppermint, and Cocoa.

Today's Strands Explained

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If you're struggling to understand this puzzle, the section below provides a detailed explanation. It breaks down the theme, the themed words, and how they relate to the clue.

Pass the Eggnog is an excellent clue for today's puzzle because eggnog is a well-known Holiday Flavor. All the themed words are common holiday flavors used in cookies, lattes, and more.

Ready to dive in? Visit the New York Times Games *Strands* website, accessible on nearly any device with a browser.